The Church of God in Cotonou, Benin
Members of the Church of God in Cotonou, Benin
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| Category | Church |
|---|---|
| Purpose | Worship, Preaching the Gospel, Community Service |
| Location | Cotonou, Littoral, Benin |
| Belong to | World Mission Society Church of God |
| Website | Church of God Official Website |
| Youtube Channel | Church of God Official YouTube |
The Church of God in Cotonou, Benin, was established in July 2010. Its official name is the World Mission Society Church of God in Cotonou, Benin.
Sanctuary overview
- Establishment: July 10, 2010
- Location: Cotonou, Littoral, Benin
- Activities: Environmental cleanups, helping neighbors in need, blood drives, etc.
Features
Benin is a country in West Africa bordered by Nigeria, Niger, Burkina Faso, and Togo. Cotonou, where the Church of God is located, is a major port city on the Gulf of Guinea and serves as the economic and industrial center of the country. Although Porto-Novo is the official capital of Benin, many key national institutions—including the Presidential Palace, the National Assembly, and the courts—are located in Cotonou, making it the de facto capital.
Prior to the establishment of the Church of God in Cotonou, a meaningful connection was formed in 2003 through the Daegu Summer Universiade. At that time, Beninese athletes who participated in the event received warm support from the Church of God’s Aurah Supporters. Benin was relatively little known in Korea and was even described by Korean media as an “unfamiliar participating country.”[1][2] Nevertheless, church members welcomed the athletes at the airport with placards bearing the name of Benin and provided wholehearted assistance throughout the event, including cheering, interpretation, and farewell support. In 2006, during his visit to Seoul for the Korea–Africa Forum, then President of Benin, Thomas Boni Yayi, met with pastors of the Church of God and expressed his gratitude for their support and kindness.[3]
Members of the Church of God in Cotonou faithfully keep the feasts of God and diligently share the gospel with their neighbors to spread the blessing of salvation. At the same time, they foster a culture of sharing and service through ongoing volunteer activities. Beginning the year after its establishment, the church carried out multiple cleanup campaigns in various areas, including near the Agla transmission towers, de l’Amitié Stadium, and the courthouse complex. These efforts attracted significant attention from the local community and were even reported by local broadcasting stations.
Serge Trinite Soglo, Head of the 13th District of Cotonou, praised the church members for their environmental cleanups, stating, “The Church of God has set an example by practicing love for neighbors according to the word of God, and I wish to continue working together with them.”[4] In recognition of their continued efforts to clean and maintain public spaces, the Deputy Mayor of Cotonou presented the church with a certificate of appreciation.[5]
University student volunteer group ASEZ takes the lead in crime prevention by helping create cleaner and safer streets through environmental cleanups.[6] In addition, motivated by God’s love, the church visits children’s welfare facilities to donate school supplies,[7] participates in blood drives to support life-saving efforts, and engages in other volunteer activities that contribute to the well-being and harmony of the local community.
External links
- "The Church of God in Cotonou, Benin". WATV News.
See also
References
- ↑ Unexpected Participation Raises Eyebrows, The JoongAng, August 27, 2003
- ↑ D-6 to the Universiade Games, Maeil Business Newspaper, August 14, 2003
- ↑ [Exploring Unconventional Religious Groups] People Who Worship 'God the Mother' – World Mission Society Church of God, Monthly Chosun, March 2009
- ↑ Busy Steps to Revive the Global Environment, WATV News, December 23, 2012
- ↑ Certificate of Appreciation from Deputy Mayor of Cotonou, WATV Awards, January 27, 2014
- ↑ University Students and Working Young Adults Volunteer Group ASEZ & ASEZ WAO – World Mission Society Church of God, Shindonga, September 2019
- ↑ Sharing Love with Neighbors for the Passover Around the World, WATV News, April 30, 2013